In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 65 guest reviews of Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, The rooms and Food & restaurants. The most common complaints: Guests weren't told in advance about weddings or renovation work. Food and drinks on site are expensive.
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort in Khao Lak offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax on the sun terrace or take a dip in the saltwater swimming pool.
Rooms feature private balconies, air-conditioning, and modern amenities. Family rooms and interconnected rooms cater to all travellers, ensuring a comfortable stay.
The resort provides spa facilities, a fitness centre, yoga classes, and a waterpark. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, enhancing guest convenience.
A variety of restaurants offer American, Italian, Japanese, and Asian cuisines. Breakfast includes local specialities, warm dishes, and vegetarian options.
Bang Sak Beach is just a few steps away, while Phuket International Airport is 89 km from the resort. Guests can enjoy activities such as snorkelling and cycling.
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort is a green, relaxed beach resort that works especially well for families. It sits by the sea near Bangsak beach, the grounds are lush and carefully kept, and trees along the shore give natural shade right by the water. Guests speak most warmly about the staff, who go out of their way from arrival to departure, and about pools, a waterpark and a kids' programme that keep children busy all day. The rooms, and the pool villas in particular, are praised for being beautiful and comfortable. The weak spot is dining. Food and drink on site cost more than nearby beach restaurants, the restaurants close early, and some guests found the menu could be more varied. Thin walls and mosquitoes are minor niggles. Families and couples who are happy to step out for some meals will find a friendly, well-run base on the coast.
Guests score it 9.1 out of 10 — the average across the 10 hotels we list in Khao Lak is 9.2.
What Guests Loved
- The team is the most praised part of a stay. Guests describe a warm welcome and service that goes above and beyond, from breakfast staff to a kitchen that prepared a special meal on request, and several mention staff members by name.
- The resort opens straight onto the beach, and guests like that natural trees along the shore give shade right by the water. The beach is described as clean and comfortable to reach.
Things to Consider
- Several guests found the food and drink in the resort expensive compared with places nearby, and some chose to eat outside and only have drinks at happy hour. There are classic beach restaurants within reach.
- The restaurants close fairly early in the evening, and a few guests felt the food could be better or more varied, for example with more vegetarian and Indian dishes. Service can be slow at busy times.
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Should you book it?
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort is worth booking for families with children who want pools, a waterpark and activities — but pick somewhere else if you want inexpensive meals and drinks without leaving the resort.
Book it if you want
- Families with children who want pools, a waterpark and activities
- Couples looking for a relaxed beach resort with green grounds
Pick somewhere else if
- You want inexpensive meals and drinks without leaving the resort
- You like to eat late in the evening
What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 65 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +Breakfast buffet with a wide choice, including plenty of fresh fruit
- +The à la carte restaurants and the food in general get a lot of praise
- +The kitchen goes out of its way for special dietary requests
- –The breakfast room can get busy and hectic
- –Some guests found the buffet dinners and the beach restaurant underwhelming
”Great breakfast and plenty of food options.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, friendly and genuinely helpful staff
- +Requests and small problems are sorted quickly
- +Special requests, such as dietary needs, are accommodated
- –Guests weren't told in advance about weddings or renovation work
- –Housekeeping occasionally missed a room
- –Requests made before arrival weren't always honoured
”Every staff member was genuinely kind and eager to help, and everything was handled within minutes with a big smile.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +Direct access to a beautiful beach
- +Several pools, including a kids' pool with slides
- +A calm main pool with plenty of shade
- –The pools and beach are not always kept clean
- –The swim-up pool gets hot with little shade
- –The waves can be too strong for weaker swimmers
”The pool setup is well thought out: the main pool has plenty of shade and stays calm.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious, beautiful rooms
- +The family suites and pool villas are a hit
- +Comfortable beds and pillows
- +Swim-up rooms with direct pool access
- –Some rooms don't feel up to five-star standard
- –The bathroom design leaves the floor wet after a shower
- –Little cupboard space
”The room was beautiful and spacious, and the bathroom was spotless.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Cleanliness gets consistent praise
- +A well-kept resort
- –Renovation work during some stays
- –Parts of the resort feel dated
- –Some guests found common areas and pools dirty
”Very clean and well organised.” — guest, translated
Location
- +Lush, jungle-like gardens
- +Right on the beach
- +Beautiful, peaceful surroundings
- –Remote, far from town and the night markets
- –You need a taxi for every outing, and ride-hailing apps don't work here
- –No shuttle into town
”Walking through the resort grounds feels like walking through a rainforest.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- +An upgrade offered at a good price
- +Good value for money, according to some guests
- –Food and drinks on site are expensive
- –Some feel the prices are high for the quality
”The only negative we had was the price of food and drink.” — guest, translated
Noise levels are mentioned too rarely in the sample for an honest picture — we don't guess.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort from the airport?
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort is 73 km from Phuket International Airport (HKT).
How far is Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort from the centre of Khao Lak?
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort is 5.2 km from the centre of Khao Lak.
How do guests rate Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort?
On Booking.com it scores 9.1/10 from 595 guest reviews.
How many stars does Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort have?
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort offer?
Avani Plus Khao Lak Resort offers beachfront, 3 Swimming Pools, waterpark, free Wifi, family Rooms and 8 Restaurants.
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99 Thanon Phet Kasem Moo 8, Bang-Muang, Takua-Pa, 82190 Khao Lak, Thailand